26 December 2014

Christmas is officially over but the holiday spirit is still in the air. We are sure that if you open your fridge right now, it will be full of leftovers from a feast-y Christmas Day.

In the spirit of being jolly, we should all care a little bit about sustainability and not throw away those delicious leftovers.

Why do that, our editor screams, when you can turn those leftovers into yummy meals for the coming days. Here are some ideas our editor-cum-aspiring-chef gives us:

1. A Turkey Thai Green Curry

Add a yummy meat element to the traditional Thai Green curry by adding finely diced/shredded turkey or chicken leftovers to a Thai Green curry. Cook red peppers, spring onions, peas in butter till they are soft inside. Then add curry paste and meat to the mix. Next add coconut milk and bring to boil, then cook on low for 5 minutes. Serve with rice.

Toast some bread in the over. Rub a clove of raw garlic on the toast and a few drops of olive oil. After that you can put anything on top of it. Favourites include, roast turkey, tomatoes, mushrooms and fresh mint.

4. Leftovers Affogato

Affogato is a pudding that you can knock together in less than a minute. Assemble affogato in a wine glass to make it look extra special. Spoon any leftover pudding at the bottom of each glass. Top with a scoop of ice cream followed by a shot of expresso. Then crunch up amaretti biscuits and scatter on top of each glass of affogato. It'll be Christmas everyday for the rest of the week.

We hoped that you liked these leftover recipe ideas.

Do you have any family favourite Christmas leftover recipes? Let us know in the comments.

24 December 2014

With only a few days to go until Christmas, we're sure you have all your decorations out and ready to put on the tree and around your beautiful house.

But spare a little thought about what will happen to the decorations once Christmas is over and you will have to take them down.

Will you put them back in boxes to store them until next year as you did the year before? If you are smart about storing your Christmas decorations this year, next year you might be free of tangled wires, heaps of wrapping paper everywhere and lost ornaments. You can do it only if you store right. Here are a few tips to get you started.

1. Store tree ornaments in plastic cups and prevent them from ever getting lost again.

2. For smaller ornaments, put them in an egg carton. You can put several egg cartons inside a storage box.

3. Christmas lights will not get tangled anymore when you wrap them neatly around small cardboard sheets or wrapping paper rolls.

4. Keep wrapping paper from getting everywhere by storing them neatly in a garment bag and hanging them up in a closet until you need them next year.

If you live in a small apartment like a lot of us do, consider storing your Christmas decoration at The Box storage facilities. We pride ourselves on being accessible, flexible, reliable and affordable. Reserve your storage space now.

21 November 2014

For an average person, their 20s is about work hard and party harder. But when you are in your 30s, it is important to get serious about your finances. Here is how you can go about it.

1. Eliminate Debt
In your 20s, you might accumulate a lot of debt. When you are in your 30s, it is important to get rid of the debt as quickly as you can.

Debt is the opposite of wealth. The money that you are spending paying off your debt, could instead be spent on long-term financial goals.

So get rid of debt as soon as possible. Live frugally for a few months to make extra debt payments and be financially independent.

2. Stay within Budget
Set a budget for your monthly expenses and stick to it no matter what.

Review your budget 2-3 times a year to make sure they are aligned with your long-term priorities.

In the 20s your priorities were different from what they will be now. You might not care as much about eating out or spending so much on the latest technology. Keep your budget in control by being aware of your needs and wants and adjusting your budget accordingly.

3. Make saving goals
In your 20s you probably saved for short term goals like travelling or buying a car. In your 30s, you need to save for long-term goals that will be bigger than what you have saved for before.

These could include- getting married, buying a house, saving for retirement, saving for your children's education.

Long-term goals require long-term planning. Estimate how much money you will need for each long-term goal and how much time you have to achieve them. Take inflation into account. Then systematically start saving for these goals. If you can't save for these goals in your current budget, then you might need to re-align your priorities by cutting other budget areas, find other income sources or postpone the goal.

We hope that this article was helpful in getting you thinking about your personal finance in your 30s. If you would like us to write more articles about a specific topic, let us know the comments.

14 November 2014

We were recently featured in Inside Self Storage, the global specialty self storage magazine.

This is what they had to say about us:
"The Box helped redefine what the industry was all about... From long and short-term storage options to climate-controlled units, consumers are looking for services that suit their particular needs. The Box was amongst the first providers in the Middle East to offer these options and more, basing its services on sensitivity to individual requirements and treating client’s goods with care."

Did you know that last year, your favorite self-storage The Box was ranked No. 72 among Dubai's 75,000 small and medium enterprises.

We are very happy and proud to share this mention in a global magazine with our dear customers. We try our best everyday to provide excellent service to every interaction our customer has with The Box. It is this passion that has helped us get where we are. We hope you will stay with us throughout our exciting journey.

16 October 2014

Are you a small or medium-sized business? Do you have items in your office that you haven't used in the last year?

If the answer to the above questions is yes then you really need to use our business storage services to clear up your office space. We're here to tell you that you can save a lot of money on office rent by using our business storage.

As the business grows, businessmen often take the decision of moving into bigger offices to account for the extra stuff and more employees. But renting out business storage space can be much cheaper than renting a bigger office.

We offer a lot of business storage options:

1. Document Storage
Not only do we offer optimum storage facilities for your documents, we also offer services such as record scanning and shredding done discreetly and confidentially.

2. Office Storage
Do you have a desk nobody is using? Or a spare computer in your office? Use our office storage facility to store things in your office that take too much space and yield little results. Free up your high rent office space with our low rent secure space.

3. Marketing Material and Events Logistics
Take advantage of our trucking and storage infrastructure throughout Dubai and UAE. If you have an event and you need to send your marketing stands and booth to location, we can help. You can focus on your dad-to-day requirement while we take care of storing and delivering the item on time at the location saving you additional costs and the embarrassment of delays.

We also offer a range of other business storage's that are customizable according to your needs Look at our business storage page to know if you can clear some of the clutter in your office by using out services.

22 September 2014

Clean the ClutterIs this what your bathroom vanity looks like? Maybe it is time to clean the clutter. Empty shampoo bottles, old loofahs, used toothpastes, they all have to go! Grab a trash bag and dump empty bottles and tubes of soap and shampoo in them. Other toiletries that you haven’t used in 6 months should go in the trash bag too. If you have seen a product everyday for 6 months but not gotten around to using it, it is taking up unnecessary real estate in your bathroom and it is probably time for it to end up in the thrash.

Splash of Green

A single solitary plant in the bathroom can take its wow factor up by a couple of notches. Keep the plant in a spot where you won't accidently knock it over. Opt for indoor plants that will thrive in the warm and moist environment of a bathroom. You can also opt for blooming flowers. A few of our favorite plants for the bathroom are: primrose, Chinese evergreen, African violet, begonia and bird's nest fern.

Pops of Colour

Take a quick trip to the supermarket and get new shower curtains, new towels and a new rug. Look for things in bright popping colours, especially if your bathroom tiles are white. These three things do not cost much and will definitely make your bathroom shine.

10 September 2014

Moving, especially overseas moving is a great opportunity to get rid of the junk in your life. Moving is chaotic and messy. The process becomes much simpler when you have less stuff to pack and move. Read on to know the steps you should follow when preparing for an international relocation.

The First Step
Do you really need to move those used matchstick boxes you have been collecting over the years?

The first thing you need to do before packing is to discard all the junk you have been storing. The more stuff you have, the more it will cost to move it.

If you have not used an item for 2 years then it is time to throw it out. Make a donation box and put all the items that you have not used for a while in it and take it to the local orphanage. Or maybe have a garage sale on a weekend and make a few bucks.

Hire a Moving Company
When you Google international moving companies in your area, chances are you will find a lot of companies with a variety of price and service offerings. Compare the services and reviews of all the moving companies’ that you see.

Remember that the company that offers the best pricing might not always offer the best service. Go for a reputed company that is highly recommended by their past customers. The Box is one of the finest international moving companies in the Middle East. All of our employees work very hard to ensure the best customer service is provided and to make sure that every moving experience is as seamless as possible.

Once you have a mover, book them several weeks in advance. Experienced movers know that it takes several weeks to make adequate arrangements. Take your movers through the items that you will be moving and point out specific items that need special care during moving.

The essentials
Pack enough toiletries and medicines to last you a few months. Your first few months in a new country are bound to be rushed and you will be more relaxed if you know you have enough supplies of your essentials to keep you going for a few months. You can always find replacements when you have settled in.

Also remember to pack a few items that give you a sense of home. Moving to a new country can evoke a strong sense of nostalgia and what better way to combat it than to being a bit of home with you. Take a few of your favorite photographs with you. Don't put them in the storage boxes. Put them in the handbag so that you can put them up as soon as you reach your new house.

When you choose The Box as your partner for international relocations, you gift yourself some peace of mind. Contact us for more details.

22 August 2014

Moving out is never easy. But what is more difficult is adjusting to a new house with your belonging packed in boxes. Here are a few tips to make the day and days after moving easier for you.

1. Always unpack your bedroom furniture first
When you move in a new place, it is given that you will be living out of boxes for a few weeks. What makes the process easier is if you have some private space where you can go to relax. That is why it is a good idea to unpack your bedroom furniture first. The best way to do this is to load it on the moving truck last. This was it will be the first thing in your new home.

2. Assemble your bed first
Moving is tiring and what you will need the most after a tiring day is a place to lay your head. Right after the packers unload your boxes, take some time to assemble your bed and make it. This way you will have a comfortable bed waiting for you at the end of a long day.

3. First meal in the new house
It is often hard to cook in the new house on the moving day. The kitchen is not assembled and grocery is not shopped for. Here is a tip to make it easier for you: Load a casserole or a slow cooker with food with you when you are moving and start cooking it as soon as you reach your new home. This way you do not have to take the effort to go and eat outside after a hard day.

4. Use a laundry basket to store toiletries
An overnight bag might be too small for all your toiletries and you might have to dig around to find exactly what you need. A better idea is to put all your toiletries in your laundry basket which is bigger. This makes it easier to find what you are looking for.

When you move with The Box, we provide you with assistance throughout your move. Right from packing up the stuff to the traveling and the unpacking, all relocation is handled with a lot of care. We understand the value of your belongings and make take care to transport them as safely as possible.

14 August 2014

This shelf is an art exhibit by Ian McDonald and we are really inspired by how simplistic, functional and beautiful it is. What looks like a mish mash of odd bits, really just comes alive when put together. It makes us want to reclaim old bits of storage and recreate something like this.

The Artistic Way of storing firewood

Gone are the days when you need to store firewood in the basement and lug them up the stairs on cold winter days. You can now place firewood in your living room and jam wooden crates randomly between the wood. We’re big fans of firewood!

Pipes can be beautiful too!

Pipes are ugly no longer. Gone are the days when designers would hide pipes behind walls or ceilings. Using pipes in design can be classy and fun. Look at this beautiful shelf created with a frame made of pipe. It creates the required symmetry in the room and gives it a wonderful artsy feel.

The Hanging branch

Bring a slice of the wild in your home by suspending a big strong piece of wood from your ceiling and using it as a clothes rack. This beautiful and minimalistic rack is also a great way of showing off your designer coats and fur.

Mixing Art and Wine

This sturdy wine rack not only holds your wine bottles but also the pretty wine glasses. This rack will allow you to display your wines with pride in your living room.

23 July 2014

If you store a lot of your stuff in boxes, locating what you need can be a hassle. It can get pretty tiring to sort through all of your boxes to find the particular item you are looking for.

We found this cute solution to the problem. Have a look.

Image source: Ikea

Take photos of the stored object, print it and paste it on the box outside. So easy and convenient! And the end effect is beautiful to say the least. Of all the ways to label storage boxes, we like this the best. This is one storage tip that we are going to keep carefully. We’re saying goodbye to rummaging through storage boxes with this adorable solution. What about you?

18 July 2014

Don’t let your cardboard boxes just lie around. Put them to some good use. Look below at our suggestions to get some awesome ideas.

Give it to your kids and let them get creative with it!

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Create an artsy living space cum cardboard shelter.

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Get creative with a box frame

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Tape them up to create cool, funky shelving units

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Use it to teach your toddler about shapes and sizes

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With so many alternative uses of cardboard storage boxes, why wait before you order your storage set. We are the premier and most customer-friendly Movers and Packers in Dubai. Check out our website for our Great Value Storage Packages.

27 June 2014

Cut down
Find a sweater or coat you haven't worn for a couple of winters? Maybe it is time to dispose of it! Donate it and earn some goodwill points and also make some well-deserved space in your wardrobe.

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Wash Before Storing
Some might say it is common sense to wash stuff before you store them but often people forget to do this. Washing is very, very important people. That stain on your jacket will be easier to wash off this year than the next. Also, stains are hotspots for bugs.

Wash everything in the hottest water or best, drop them off at the cleaners before you store them.
At all costs, avoid fabric softeners and starch as they can attract insets to them.

Cedar Magic
Cedar wood is god sent when it comes to storing winter wear. It is a wonderful way to keep those pesky moths at bay and have your clothes smelling like sweet, musky cedar at the beginning of each winter.
Make sure though that you do not store your fur in cedar boxes. The oil from Cedar can ruin your fur.

Storing Fur Fur coats and fur trimmed clothes have been in vogue lately. And who can resist the fashionista draped in a stylish fur scarf? But it takes some effort to keep in its original soft and lustrous state. The best way to store fur is to rent out special temperature and humidity controlled vaults that are offered by furriers and storage spaces.

The venue is important.
The ideal venue to store your winter wear is somewhere cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated. Light can bleach your clothes and lead to faded spots and patches; whereas warm, moist places are home to bugs and rodents. Air circulation wards off mildew.

Box is the answer to storing your winter wear appropriately. Get in touch with us at BoxMe and we will you plan a customized storage solution for your winter wear.

20 May 2014

Every user wants to experience the best services while moving. As an end user you are concerned about the services you are receiving from packers and movers and there is an added caution attached to your goods safety.

Finding a trusted Packers and Movers is not a daunting task: Any disservice or bad experience leads to a trust deficit between two parties especially the Client and the Company. Finding a trusted packers and movers is unlike selecting a prospective partner. It is not such a daunting task. Some of them even have an international presence which makes them more visible to the eye. The trusted names in the business are ISO certified.

Understand your needs:Finding a trusted packers and movers is not a very difficult task. However you will have to zero down on the ones of your choice if you wish to have it your way. In order to understand your needs you need to know the goods you want to move and the ones you don’t. It is that simple. With personal storage you can keep with you the things you like and stash away the rest.

Understand what Packers and Movers are offering:It is essential as a client to understand the packers and movers you are going to opt for, based on your needs. It is essential to understand what each company is offering if you want to choose the right people suitable to your needs. After looking up the websites of the packers and movers you will understand their offering and how it might help to fulfill your necessities of packaging and moving.

Communicate with the packers and movers:It is essential that you spend time communicating with the representatives of the Packers and Movers. They are available on phone through their call centers, through email communication and through the chat facility available on their websites. There are innovative ways through which Packers and Movers reach out to their customers like social media, chatting, telephoning. They are easily accessible and want to be accessible. Packers and Movers too are specialized and at times may cater only to a particular type of clients. A packers and movers catering to commercial type clients may not cater to residential types.

Understand the rates:There is a base rate for every service offered by Packers and Movers. However you need to understand that while some packers are cheap, others are reasonable and while others still charge exorbitant rates. It depends on the service offered. While a well known Packers and movers will offer an assurance for his services there is a new entrant in the market who is ready to do the same thing for half the rate. He may have developed a reputation over the years serving hundreds of thousands of clients while the newbie wants to build his client base.

Understand the brand you are dealing with:When you are dealing with a big brand you will notice quality service being delivered, though not necessarily. However big brands will give you assurance and it also depends on your needs if you choose to go for a big logistics partner for business needs or personal storage and moving needs.

Breaking the Myth:The myth buster goes this way. You identify a negative publicity you hear on social media, trade circles and friends. You mostly go with it because that’s what most people do. You can go by what people say on online forums and other places like social media. Each experience is unique - a baggage of complaints about a particular company means that the company is bad but a single complaint doesn’t mean much, though it counts.

Choose carefully:Make an informed Choice about your Packers and movers. After researching much and enquiring from friends and relatives you will come to a conclusion. The Packers and movers need not provide you with the best of the facilities in the world. Just go for the one that suits you.

Payments:Payments are accepted in cheque’s, cash, and all major cards. The services are prepaid. You will have to pay in advance for residential services category. In the commercial category, you will have to sign agreements. Payments are important so make them carefully .Companies are very particular about payments.Final delivery: Companies make sure your goods are delivered safely .You can even insure your goods for a fee. This is an option.

End product: The end product is what the Packers and movers have to offer you. It is the ultimate gift of satisfaction that they deliver to you of your precious goods so never compromise on it. In the end it is you who is supposed to be happy.

16 May 2014

When you are an expatriate you may be travelling worldwide from place to place. If you are a business man in the emirates you may be travelling within the emirates in order to fulfill your company’s business goals.

Record of serving a host of corporate clients:
Our corporate clients include some large corporations like Microsoft, Vertu, Blackberry, Nokia HSBC, DiaGeo, Shell, DHL and CISCO. We have been serving clients since 2006.Within a span of 8 years we have provided storage facility to a host of corporate and personal clients. We have tied up with several corporate entities to serve them and their employees who come to Dubai.

A strong value system:
We believe our customers are kings and our USP is our timely service. It becomes essential that we put to practice those values in serving customers. We have packages customized to suit everyone’s needs. We understand that each client is different and unique. Someone on the move will look up for the best range of services on a platter.

List the items:
Firstly you need to make a list of items you need to put up for storage and the ones you carry with you. The purpose of self storage is to make it easier for your goods and valuables to find a place that is easily accessible to someone whom you can authorize or do it on your own if you have no qualms about it.

Prepare a Checklist:
You will have to make a checklist of the things you need with you and the ones you want to stash away in storage. In order to prepare a checklist use the app on your phone to prepare a checklist of the things you want to carry on the next flight you are boarding. Make a list of clothes leaving some place for gadgets - phones, tablets and earplugs. Make sure you carry your passport, air tickets and medications. Do not forget the toiletries .While some of the toiletries are provided on board they may not last long for the entire journey.

Keep your Books in storage:
You might have some of your treasured books, documents and other things in your place which deserve a good storage space. It is essential keeping in mind that you need to choose the best company for your self storage, one of them being “The Box”. “The Box” offers a complete set of solutions for your storage needs.

25 April 2014

Are you planning to go on a very long vacation and have no idea as to where

to leave your car? Or, you do not have the space to keep your car? Well, this is when vehicle storage comes to your rescue! However, before you actually take your car to a storage unit, here are some tips that you should follow:

1. Keep Your Car Covered:
Well, even if your storage unit is an indoor one, it is advisable to keep your car covered. It is essential to do so because keeping your vehicle uncovered will result in accumulation of dust on it over a considerable amount of time. Also, if you have an outdoor storage space, it is ideal to have a weatherproof cover for your car so that it doesn’t hamper the condition of your vehicle no matter what the weather conditions are.

2. Clean the Vehicle:
Well, it may seem silly to some to have your car washed before you send it in for vehicle storage. However, it is one important step that you cannot simply overlook. You need to store your vehicle in a completely hygienic way. Stains, bird droppings, leftovers of food items all need to be gotten rid of before the car goes into storage. These things not only spoil the car externally and also damage the car parts. Make sure that you clean all the wheels as well and get rid of all the mud as it can spoil your car’s tires in the long run.

3. Change the Oil:
If you are storing your vehicle for a longer period of time, it is essential that you change the engine’s oil. Used engine oil is known to have some contaminants. These contaminants could spoil your vehicle’s engine. So, it is essential that your change the engine oil and only then store your car or vehicle.

4. Avoid Flat Spots:
Well, if your vehicle is stored in the same position for a considerable amount of time, it is possible that it might develop a flat spot. If you do not store your vehicle properly, it is possible that the tires will develop a permanent flat spot and eventually you will have to discard them. So, it is essential that you remove the wheels and place the car on a jack to avoid this ugly flat tires situation. You can consider taking your vehicle on a small drive while it is in the storage. This will make the vehicle non-stationery for a long time and this will easily avoid the flat spots too.

5. Keep the Bugs Away:
An empty space could easily be a vacation home for pests and bugs. You do not want to end up opening your vehicle and seeing the rodents partying in it. Well, to avoid this, it is important that you cover any gaps you think pests could enter from. Spread mothballs, cedar sticks and other such things which will keep the rodents away. If you still aren’t really convinced, you can lay a couple of mouse traps or rat poison. However, if you do so, ensure that the staff checks your garage regularly. Dead pests can generate strong stenches and your vehicle could be in a complete mess.

17 April 2014

Moving out is a quite a tedious process in itself. Packing your goods can be

another hassle. However, your major concern is always going to be to pack your valuables and antiques. These are things which are your prized possessions and you cannot simply bear a breakage or any other kind of damage to these goods. Well, simply follow these tips and ensure a hassle free packing process for your valuables:

Correct Packing Materials:If you have the original cartons for your collectibles, it is better to use the same for packing your goods. Well,

this is because these cartons or boxes were made just for the product, so, these boxes are just the perfect ones to pack your goods with. However, if you do not have the same cartons, you can always buy some from the moving and packing companies. These companies provide you with a wide array of packing materials to choose from. In fact, if you have antiques which are shaped differently than the regular ones, you can place an order with the moving company to provide you with a carton or a box which is customized as per your goods’ shape.

Void Filling Materials:Transportation cannot always be smooth. At the same time, the handling of

your goods can be rough. So, in order to protect your delicate valuables, you need to ensure that you have packed them well. Do not leave any space between the boxes you’ve packed. It is always advisable to fill these places with void fillers like bubble wraps. There are many other things you can use as gap fillers. Your old newspapers are excellent for filling the space in your cartons. You can also use blankets or cushions for the same.

Systematic Packing:Chinaware is pretty delicate. Such things need to be packed in a very systematic order. Do not place them one over the other and dump them into a box. Each item needs to be wrapped separately, no matter how small or big it is. For instance, if you are placing your plates in one box or carton, ensure that each plate is wrapped separately in either bubble wrap or newspapers and then stacked together. Also, you need to make certain that all the boxes which carry your fragile items are marked so. This enables the moving staff to understand that these boxes need to be handled with utmost care.

Hygiene is Important:It is highly essential that you clean all your valuables and collectibles before packing them. This is because if there is any kind of stain on these items and if they stay packed for a long time, there might be a chance that the stain leaves a permanent mark on your favourite vase or other item. Moreover, if there are food particles or other dirt in these things, there is a huge possibility that it might attract bugs and other insects. This is highly dangerous especially for any leather valuables.

Essentially, these are the tips you need to keep in mind before you pack your prized possessions. What you also need to understand is that if there are objects which look too difficult for you to wrap on your own, it is better to leave them for the movers and packers to pack them for you.

24 March 2014

Are you very protective towards your valuables? Of course you are! And there are very few other heartbreaking things to watch than seeing your favourite piece of crystal shatter into pieces. Well, sometimes we have so many things stacked in our place; it just gets very difficult to store your valuables in the right way. Well, worry not! Every problem has a solution and every dark cloud a silver lining! Well, here the silver solution to your problem is the right self storage facility.

A self-storage unit is the ideal place to store your antics and valuables. These places have excellent facilities and are well equipped to ensure the excellent storage if your possessions. So, how do you store your prized possessions well? Here are a few things you need to consider before you pack your goods and set off to a storage facility:

1.Do a research:
It is essential for you to understand the different types of storage units available. Also, it is important that you know what kinds of facilities are offered by the storage companies. Some companies are definitely better than the others. So, it is advisable that you compare different companies and figure out which company suits you the best according to your requirements and needs. Research will also help you in knowing the ongoing rates in the market with regards to the storage facilities. So, you will know what the correct price you need to pay is.

2.Get a Climate Control Storage:

Well, it is not necessary that all your valuables or antics can survive all the types of weather conditions. Some materials get spoiled in extreme temperatures. This can especially be true in the case of leathers. For some goods, humidity is a big concern. They might develop moulds, moisture might spoil the texture of such materials metal corrosion may take place or paper rotting can take place. So, it is essential that you rent climate controlled storage units to keep these materials in their best conditions. While these units are costlier than the regular ones, they are still worth spending the extra money when you are looking out to store something so precious.

3.Check the Security of the Unit:

Well, you are going to store something so precious in a rented space; you definitely want to ensure that your valuables are in the right hands. So, before you rent out a space, it is of utmost importance that you check the facility’s security measures. It is ideal for a storage facility to have a 24X7 monitoring of your storage unit. This is even more important when you are storing something so much valuable to you. Not just the CCTVs, but it is also essential for the storage company to maintain a proper record of who has been entering and exiting the units. Proper fencing, biometric fingerprints reader, security keypads and other such security features are ideal for storage facilities.

4.Buy Insurance:

Insuring your valuables is of great importance. Some insurance companies insure goods whether they are stored in your owned premises or even in other locations. You need to cross check the same with your insurance company and the storage company as well. Some storage companies offer you insurance with the space; some others have it from a third party. It is your responsibility to check with the company what kind of insurance is being provided.

5.Leave your Valuables in Excellent Conditions:
It is important that you leave store your valuables the right way. They need to be clean and protected in the right way, even if they are stored in climate controlled units. Moreover, these are your precious possessions. So, it is essential for you to protect them the correct way. Wrap all the crystal items in a bubble wrap or foam peanuts and then place them in the unit. If you are storing books, ensure you have book covers to keep them safe. Wooden furniture should be stored with polish on it. Make sure that you store spaciously so that your items have the space to “breathe”.

Essentially, these are the tips you need to consider when you want to store your valuables in a rented storage space.

11 March 2014

Self-storage is like superman rescuing you from a tricky situation! Well, self storages are definitely the ideal options for not only de-cluttering your house but also for ensuring that all your goods stay in the perfect required condition that you are looking out for. However, if you are an individual taking up self-storage for the first time, here are a few mistakes you would like to avoid:

1.Not having a Plan:

Well, you cannot simply walk in, into a storage company and ask them to rent you a storage unit. You need to be planned in advance about it. Moreover, just planning to rent out a unit is not all you need to do. There are several other things you need to be careful about. You need to understand that there are other aspects you need to be prepared about. You also need to be well planned about how you will arrange things in your rented space. What goes where also needs to be decided. There are some things which you might store in a self storage space but you might need them frequently, so make sure that you have planned to position these things in a way that you do not need to move or take out all the contents of the storage space. So, it is essential that you have a plan in place.

2.Beware of Dust and Damp:
Well, you’ll think that once your goods are inside the unit, they can remain unharmed. Well, that’s not true! Dust and dirt can accumulate over a period of time. This particularly takes place when your rented space is closed for a long time and you haven’t given it a visit. Moreover, changes in temperature can also affect the quality of your possessions. So, it is important that you store climatically sensitive goods in a climate controlled unit. Dust should never be underestimated either. If you are storing clothes, make sure to cover them with light, protective cover so that dust does not settle on them and spoil the clothes. It is important to wrap all your goods so that dust or dirt does not spoil them.

3.Too Many Boxes:

It is advisable that you pack your goods effectively and place them just right. You don’t want an avalanche of boxes destroying your goods. Well, with so much of space, you might get tempted to fill it up with boxes. Well, if you have too many boxes, make sure that the boxes are filled completely. If some boxes are half filled, place them at the top and not at the bottom. Always place light items on the top and heavy ones at the bottom. Use bags and shelves to keep some of your goods. This will help in reducing the number of boxes stacked in your unit. Also, it is advisable that you store heavier items in smaller boxes.

4.Letting the Bugs Feast:
Bugs and rodents can be disastrous to your storage units. It is essential for you to protect your goods from these little nasty creatures. Well, do not ignore if you see a little cockroach running around. His friends and family might have already started spoiling other things. So, how do you prevent these intruders from entering your storage unit? Well, it’s simple! Dust the corners and the spaces around the baseboards with boric acid. Lavender is known to repel moths. Smelly balls, cedar blocks and other anti-insect fresheners are excellent to keep rodents and mice away from your precious belongings.

So, make sure that you follow all these tips and avoid these silly mistakes while you are storing your precious belongings.

17 February 2014

So, you are planning to shift to a new place altogether and it is quite far from your current residence. Well, it can be a huge task to change locations. Moving out involves a lot of things to be done and it can be all pretty confusing. Well, the best people to help you through this process are moving companies. These companies are experts and function with great expertise, making your long distance moving a smooth process. However, before you move out, there are a few other things that you need to take care of. Here are a few tips that could be much useful before you move out.

1. Get an estimate:
A good moving company will have its representative come to your place. After a thorough inspection of all the goods that need to be moved, they will provide you with a written estimate of approximate cost. This is highly important as you will be spending a lot of money in the entire process. So, it is essential that you have a fair idea as to how much are you going to spend over the moving process only.

2. Insurance:
Whatever goods that you are planning to take along with you are of great importance to you. Thus, it is important that these materials be protected by insurance. Ask your moving company about the insurance plans that they offer and select the one that suits you the best. So, you can be worry free after you have all your possessions insured as any unfortunate damage would be taken care of by the moving company.

3. Garage Sale:
Well, you can get rid of things which you do not really intend to take along to your new home in a much profitable way; hold a garage sale! In this way, you lessen your moving load as well. It doesn’t make sense to carry what is not important or something that you wouldn’t be needing in your new place. Instead of throwing it away, hold a garage sale; you might earn some good cash.

4. Start Packing Early:
As soon as you know you have to move out, start packing. Well, you are travelling a long distance. It is important that you carry everything essential. You are not going to make frequent trips here, so, make sure you have everything packed before hand. The trick is to start packing non-essential items earlier. Pack things which you do not use on a daily basis first. Make sure you have packed important documents.

5. Complete important work:
Long distance moving is seldom an overnight decision. So, you have ample time in your hand to finish any kind of pending work. Finish any pending legal formalities, unsubscribe from newspapers, magazines and newsletter subscriptions. Also, give the bank and other important institutions your new address. Tell your friends and family about your moving and provide them with your new contact details as well.

6. Make a List:
This is one of the most helpful things. Making a list of tasks and all the things that need to be packed is important. You need to ensure that you have finished all the essential tasks and then checked with your list. However, ensure that you are not making a lot of lists that you cannot keep a tab on.

These are a few tips you can use while you plan moving a long distance. One of the most essential things to do is to choose the correct movers and packers. There are many moving and relocation companies in Dubai, which provide excellent services. So, call your moving company today and get going!

30 January 2014

Bubble wrap is a commonly used packaging material. While most of us think it is a great option to pass time, bursting those little bubbles, it is actually quite useful when you want to pack your things and head out for a moving process. It provides exceptional protection for those goods which are breakable or fragile. Shipping such goods is quite a task and is highly risky; bubble wrap makes shipping such goods a cake walk. Here are a few benefits of this material:

Bubble Wrap Protects Goods From Breakage:Imagine the horror that you could face when you have relocated to a new place and when you unpack your packing boxes, you find your favourite vase or crockery shattered into pieces! Well, this could definitely happen if these items were not wrapped properly. Collision is bound to happen when goods are in transit or are being loaded or unloaded. Bubble wrap prevents all such collisions and breakages.

Bubble Wrap is Reusable:Excellent quality of bubble wrap is known to lose only about 5% of thickness after a long time. So, buying bubble wraps is not a waste. You can use them later, when you want to store things. Also, after you are done with moving, you can use bubble wraps for insulation and they are known to be excellent protection for pests.

Bubble Wrap is Recyclable:The best part about bubble wraps is that it can be recycled. With so many of us taking a step towards the betterment of the environment and propagating recycling, bubble wrap is an excellent packing material. If you do not want to use the bubble wrap, all you can do is take it to a recycling centre and get some extra cash by selling it off!

Bubble Wrap is Climate Resistant:Well, what if you are moving from a place with high temperatures to a place with low temperatures or vice versa? Change of climatic conditions and temperatures is known to affect conditions of some goods. What bubble wrap does is, it protects these goods from humidity and other such climatic conditions which are known to spoil the materials.

Bubble Wrap is Excellent for Electronic Goods:Sometimes electronic goods create statics. It is important that these goods are packaged with great caution. Using bubble foil is advisable as it is anti-static and protects goods from shocks and collisions. Electronic goods are well protected inside these sheets.

Bubble Wrap is Self Adhesive:These sheets are excellent adhesives. They cling to your goods and secure them well. However, the best part is, it does not leave any kind of marks or residue behind when you remove it from your goods. Cello tapes or other adhesives tend to leave marks on your items that are sometimes very difficult to get rid of.

Bubble Wrap is Easily Available:These sheets or rolls are easily obtainable. You can contact a moving company or any storage company. They have different types and sizes of bubble wraps to suit your requirements. These companies can guide you with the amount of sheets or rolls that you will need for all your possessions.

Thus, bubble wrap is excellent for packaging. It is also cost effective and thus, saves a lot of money. Extremely durable and reusable, this is the best packing material that you can use for your goods.

13 January 2014

Personal StorageWhat is Personal Storage?We regard our belongings as precious things we don’t want to part no matter how old they get however hoarding many things in less than one roof will make your house cluttered. Something needs to be done about the old furniture or the old unused things lying around in the house, yet it has an intangible value to it and you don’t want to part with it. This is when personal storage comes to your rescue to help you care for things you want to preserve. Personal Storage is the best alternative if you do not wish to part away with the old things in your house and want to move in new furniture but do not have the required space. The Box storage solutions rent you a space to store your goods. The storage units are climate controlled and you have 24x7 secure access. Your goods are monitored under CCTV surveillance. So sign up with TheBoxme.com storage solutions today and give your unused goods the space they need.

How do people use storage? Once TheBoxme.com rents out space to a customer, the entire space is at your disposal. You reserve the right to store things in the way you want it to be. You now have enough space to keep your beloved goods; this was previously a problem for lack of space. Once you rent out a particular storage space, you have access to your goods 24x7 and you can rearrange, move in and move out the goods as you please. The goods are thoroughly monitored and curate so that they remain safe. You get to store goods till your contract or lease period expires.

When do people need to store?Where do you keep all your festival decorations throughout the year? Where would you keep your big bag of clothes you require only for weddings and where would you store your gear for all the weekend getaways? Questions like these often ring a bell. Be it your festival decoration materials or your wardrobe you may want to change every season, everything needs to be preserved for some years. It’s a bad idea to throw it away. This is when why we rent out space as the needs change with every season. Now the Room Heater may not be useful during the summers. So when the winters are over and when it’s time to bask in the glory of the sun that’s when you need to move in your winter goods in the space you have rented and move out the summer goods when it’s time for them. In this way, you are right on track when the same festival or opportunity arrives the following year. Seasonal storage plays a very important

Where do people store?You can hire The Box self storage unit in Dubai or Abu Dhabi which ever is closer to your residence so that you can monitor goods conveniently. In this way you continually access the stored items and shuffle them .The place where the storage units are situated plays a important role in deciding your ease of access. In this way you can preserve your precious goods for generations to come.

Benefits of Personal Storage

Racking SystemsRacking systems are one of the most ideal solutions for personal storage. They are way more convenient for usage and round the year access. They are known to reduce clutter and keep all your belongings in a systematic and organized manner. Especially in the case of storing documents, and other forms of paperwork, racking systems serve the purpose. You can have 24x7 accesses to your goods and racking systems do the job very well. If the space you have rented for storing your goods is big and in case you are storing a lot of goods crammed into a small space then you will have a tough time and will feel mellowed down tracking the goods you require. This is when racking systems do a good job. They minimize the clutter and help filter the goods in the best way possible. Racking systems are a more organized way of storing your goods and help you locate your goods in the shortest possible time. Racking system has been a foolproof way of saving time for those who store a lot of goods.

24 hour security guardsWhen it comes to personal storage, security is a major concern. Often people worry about the condition of their goods stored in storage houses. Our storage units are equipped 24x7 with surveillance equipment to keep your goods as safe as possible. Safety is our priority at The Box and we ensure that your goods lie safe in our units. We maintain electronic logs of visitors. We employ advanced technology and security measures which we do not wish to reveal on this platform only to ensure safety of your goods. Thus theft becomes impossible. Only authorized persons can enter the storage units.

AC, Non-AC and Insured Rental Units We have various types of rooms. Make sure you opt for those rooms which suit your requirements. The Box offers both A/C and Non AC rooms according to your requirements. However you will have to insure your goods through us or through private insurance firms. You must ensure that your goods are insured so that you can claim damages if any for all the goods kept in our storage rooms. Once you leave your goods in the storage unit, it becomes our responsibility to take care of the goods. You can claim insurance if there is any theft or damage of goods. Since we provide insurance for your goods we are a safer bet.

Flexible, Short Term Contracts Available (1, 3 , 6 And 12 Months) Often people wonder if renting a storage unit would be cost effective. The good thing at The Box storage is that you have the flexibility to choose the duration of the contract. There are a number of convenient storage options available on a short term basis right from 1 to 3 months to 6 and 12 months. Before signing the paper, read the fine print and make sure you read the terms and conditions. The minimum time period to rent a storage unit is 1 month.

Insulated High Level Security, CCTV Surveillance & 24-hour Access FacilitySecurity plays a vital role the reason why some people prefer The Box for its secured storage units. Once you leave your goods in a particular storage unit, you can simply sit back and relax as the appropriate security measures are taken by us at The Box. The state of the art security at The Box ensures that your goods remain safe in the custody of our Storage units. You or any authorized person can access the goods 24/7. The CCTV and surveillance equipments put up at important places monitor the activity inside the premises. Our Security measures meet industry benchmarks.

ISO certifiedThe Box Self Storage LLC is a ISO 9001 certified company providing storage services in Dubai, UAE. This means you can get things done more professionally and hence rest assured that your goods are in safe hands.

Small and Large SpacesEveryone has unique storage needs. You may have a giant sized bed or an unused car lying around. This is when you must opt for Personal Storage. The Box offers you storage houses that are small to large warehouses and sheds for storage of your goods

Size Guide100 Square feet An area of 100 square feet falls in the category of a large storage unit.It can fit your requirements if you have quite a lot of things to store

50 Square FeetThis is a medium sized storage unit and can

25 Square Feet25 square feet is the smallest of the sizes available for a storage unit.

Types of Personal StorageShifting houses can be a tedious task because there are a few things you want to keep and there are ones you want stash away. There are many things you may want to leave out when you are moving out but then you will require them later down the line which is when temporary storage comes into play. Therefore you can stash away your goods in TheBox Storage units temporarily and safely retrieve them after some months

Household Items (Furniture, Electronics and More) Often houses become cluttered with furniture, electronic gadgets and other goods. Sometimes there are just so many of them lying unused that they require being stashed away somewhere for some time till they can be put to use when the time comes. This is when you require The Box personal storage services to stash away that excess furniture and gadget so that it could be used when the time comes. Throwing away your old gadgets and furniture won’t be a good idea as they are expensive and buying them again may not be economically viable.

Climate Controlled StorageCold storage or refrigerated storage play an important role in preservation of Vegetables,Perishables,Food stuff like ice creams and other food stuff which may require low temperature. Make sure your goods in the cold storage room are properly arranged and that they are preserved at the right temperature according to the temperature requirements of the perishables and food stuff. If you are a pharmaceutical company you may require cold storage for certain drugs. Make sure the required temperature is maintained.

Antiques and ValuablesYour antiques and valuables may fetch a heavy price in the market but you may not want to put them away but you also realize that they add to the clutter of the house which is why they need to be stashed away in a safe place and the right place being The Box storage units. Make sure that you cover them and protect them with bubble wraps, thermocol and tape the boxes in which they are stored. Their security is of utmost concern which is taken care of by us here at The Box. Antiques and valuables are items which are dealt with utmost precaution because they are delicate and irreplaceable.